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BUENA VISTA, Va. After back-to-back losses, the Southern
Virginia football team will be looking to get back in the win
column with a homecoming victory over visiting Guilford. The
Knights gave a valiant effort in the loss to Bridgewater in a
Thursday night game. SVU had a solid effort, as Zach Garner threw
for 258-yards, and two touchdowns. Brick Wilce had 6-receptions,
and caught Garner's two passes for touchdowns. Even with the
offensive heroics of the duo, the Knights could not get the win
over the Eagles. The Quakers are in a similar boat, as they fell to
a former foe of the Knights in Washington & Lee, 55-29.

Looking at the Quakers

Guilford will be looking for more than just getting back to
winning ways, as a win over the Knights would mean the first win of
the season for the Quakers. The loss to the Generals pushed GC to a
0-4 record, as they already had suffered losses to Greensboro,
Methodist and Averett. The loss to the Generals was bitter, as
points were self-inflicted after five turnovers.

Another Threat Through The Air

Against the Eagles, SVU faced off with a talented receiver, and
this game will be no different. Guilford boasts receiver Ben King,
who is averaging 106-yards in receptions per game. He has 424-total
yards, and has pulled in 4-touchdowns on the season.

Key Players For Guilford

The Quakers are led by Mike Williams in the rushing attack, as
he has 121-yards, on 24-carries. GC has had its struggles in the
running game, as they are averaging only 98.2-yards per game. In
the passing game, Guilford is averaging 229-yards per game.
Quarterback Luke Vandall has been the one called on to go under
center, and has responded with 69-of-109 throwing for 787-yards,
and six touchdowns. The offense has been guided by backup, Billy
Watkins at times. The Quaker defense is giving up over 400-yards
per game in the four losses, and is surrendering almost 36-points
per game.

History vs. Guilford

A win on Saturday would be another history making win for the
Knights, as they would get a first time win over the Quakers. Much
like SVU in facing Ferrum previous to this season, the Knights have
not had much luck with the team from Greensboro, N.C. Southern
Virginia has not had close games against the ODAC foes, as they
have lost by double-digit deficits in all three games against the
Quakers. Last season the team could not break a losing streak, or
get a series win over GC, losing 48-6. SVU fell behind early as the
Quakers were able to record the first three touchdowns of the game.
Daniel Bokinsky received a pass from Sam Trulock in the second
quarter to get on the board, and looked to be in striking distance
of the hosts. Momentum was lost for the Knights when they failed to
convert on the two-point conversion.

SVU racked up 150 yards rushing in one of their best ground
performances of the year. The passing game also performed well as
SVU threw for 187 yards, and got the lone score of the game through
the air. But the Knights were undone again by a familiar foe in
turnovers. SVU coughed up the ball six times on the day with two
lost fumbles and four interceptions. The Knights were also unable
to stop a balanced Quaker attack with 275 yards rushing and 242
yards passing.

Mellor Marching To The Top

Senior linebacker, Matt Mellor, had a phenomenal game against
Bridgewater, as he recorded 11-total tackles. The amount pushed him
even closer to Shea Owens, as the all-time tackles leader in SVU
football history. His 233-total tackles means he needs only
31-tackles to break the record. Mellor also holds the unassisted
tackles record, as he now has 149-unassisted tackles in his
career.

Homecoming Record

A win for the Knights would get them back in the win column for
the season, but would also get them consecutive homecoming wins for
the first time in program history. Last year's 51-12 triumph over
George Mason gave the Knights a victory on homecoming, and puts
them in position for the consecutive homecoming wins.

Halftime Events

Fans able to attend the game will be treated to a great halftime
schedule of events. Both the cheerleaders, and dance team will
perform. Mr. and Mrs. SVU will be announced during halftime. An SVU
fundraising event, involving President Smith will be in the
schedule, and 2010 SVU Legacy Athletes will be announced. A legacy
athlete is any SVU athlete who competed for four years as a Knight,
and graduated from Southern Virginia